The average train between Scotland and Aberystwyth takes 7h 54m and the fastest train takes 6h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Scotland to Aberystwyth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Scotland and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scotland is at 11:06 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 7h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Scotland to Aberystwyth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Scotland station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.
Scotland to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Scotland to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Scotland and Aberystwyth is 486 km. The road distance is 571 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 7h 18m.